The motion sensor picks up a lot of bugs on my Floodlight and Bullet Camera, what can I do?

3 min. readlast update: 07.22.2024

If you have an LED light near your outdoor camera and setting the motion detection to low on your Floodlight Camera or Bullet Camera still picks up bugs on your camera, here are some suggestions to minimize this issue.

There are LED lights that are designed to be less attractive to insects. Insects are generally attracted to light in the ultraviolet (UV) spectrum and certain blue and green wavelengths. By using LED lights that emit light in the yellow or warm white spectrum and that have a low UV output, you can reduce the attraction of insects. Here are some details on how these lights work and what to look for:

Types of LED Lights That Attract Fewer Insects:Yellow LED Lights:

    • These lights emit a yellow hue, which is less attractive to insects.
    • Often marketed as "bug lights."
    • Ideal for outdoor spaces where insect attraction is a concern.

  1. Warm White LED Lights:
    • Warm white LEDs (with a color temperature around 2700K-3000K) emit less blue light.
    • They are less attractive to insects compared to cool white LEDs.

  2. Amber LED Lights:
    • Amber lights have a similar effect to yellow lights, emitting a spectrum that is not as appealing to insects.

  3. Insect-repellent LED Bulbs:
    • These bulbs are specifically designed to minimize UV and blue light emissions.
    • Some of these bulbs may use coatings or filters to achieve this effect.

How to Choose the Right LED Light:

  • Check the Color Temperature:
    • Opt for bulbs with a color temperature of 3000K or lower.

  • Look for UV-free or Low-UV Emission Bulbs:
    • Bulbs that specifically mention low UV emissions are preferable.

  • Check for “Bug Light” Labels:
    • Some bulbs are specifically labeled as “bug lights” or “insect-repellent lights.”

Examples of Products:

  1. GE Bug Light LED Bulbs:
    • These are yellow-tinted LED bulbs designed to reduce insect attraction.
  2. Philips LED Bug Light Bulbs:
    • Another popular option with a yellow hue to minimize insect attraction.
  3. Feit Electric Yellow LED Bulbs:
    • These bulbs are designed to emit light that is less appealing to insects.

By selecting the appropriate LED light with these features, you can significantly reduce the number of insects attracted to your outdoor lighting.

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